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FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTING
George Mason University


Objective

The primary objective of the course is to introduce students to basic computer concepts in hardware, software, networking, computer security, programming, database, e-commerce, decision support systems, and other emerging technologies such as blogs, wiki, RSS, podcasting, and Google applications.

Textbook

Introduction to Computer Information Systems. Publisher: Kendall/Hunt. ISBN: 978-0-7575-6995-1.

Evaluation Methods

Correct completion of five projects: 50%
Midterm exam: 25%, and
Final exam: 25%.

Honor Code

Each student is expected to do his/her own work. Any student caught cheating on exams or copying assignments will be turned in to the honor committee. See your lecture or lab instructor if you have any problems or concerns.

Schedule

Tentative schedule
Week Topic
1 Information Literacy and Hardware
2 Application and System Software
3 Wiki, Blog, RSS feed, Web form, and Networking
4 Midterm Exam
5 Database
6 Web Development
7 Computer Security and Ethics
8 Final exam

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